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1. ‘This is China versus the world’: US calls allies over Beijing rare earth curbs
US President Donald Trump’s administration vowed on Wednesday to work with its allies and other countries to get an upper hand in its trade talks with China, claiming Beijing’s recent rare earth control as a sign of being an “unreliable partner” that threatens global supply chains.
2. Chinese airlines oppose US plan to stop flights over Russia on way to America

All major Chinese airlines operating flights to the United States have formally opposed or asked for reconsideration of a US government proposal that could bar them from flying over Russian airspace on US routes as early as next month.
3. China’s central bank sets yuan at highest rate against US dollar in a year
China’s central bank has set the yuan’s daily reference rate against the US dollar at the strongest level in a year, as expectations grow that the US Federal Reserve will cut rates again this month.
4. ‘Unnecessary panic’: China rebukes US officials’ comments on rare earths

Beijing on Thursday rebutted Washington’s characterisation of its recent rare earth export control measures as an action taken “against the world”.
5. ‘Extremely dangerous’: why China’s 5-year plan will double down on food security

For decades, one of the most common mantras from China’s leadership has been to “firmly hold the rice bowls of the Chinese people in our own hands” – a principle that continues to shape the Communist Party’s five-year plans.
6. China unleashes battery export controls amid strides in solid-state science
Analysts say the measures are meant to consolidate China’s advantage in the lithium battery industry and slow the progress of its competitors.
7. Nets ditch China’s Zeng days after disappointing Macau outing against Suns

Chinese basketball prospect Zeng Fanbo was waived by the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, just days after the team concluded its NBA China Games in Macau.


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Chinese airlines oppose US flight plan, Nets ditch China’s Zeng: SCMP daily highlights

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at a news conference on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank annual meetings in Washington on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

Passengers check in for a flight at Beijing Capital International Airport on October 1. Photo: Kyodo

He Yongqian, spokeswoman for China’s Ministry of Commerce, defended the country’s rare earth export controls at a press conference. Photo: dpa

Illustration: Henry Wong

Brooklyn Nets have waived Zeng Fanbo (centre) days after he played against the Phoenix Suns in Macau. Photo: Karma Lo

Trump threatens China over soybean snub; US security expert held: SCMP daily highlights

Soybeans are harvested on the Warpup Farm in Warren, Indiana, on Wednesday. Photo: AP

While presenting many challenges, scholars said China’s trade conflict with the US also provides opportunities for the country and its leaders to unite around a common cause. Photo: Xinhua

Despite the outbreak of fierce fighting between Pakistani forces and the Taliban in recent days, analysts suggest the conflict is manageable in the short term, even as its underlying causes remain unresolved. Photo: EPA

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

Jobseekers attend a career fair in Beijing. Chinese workers have long complained of a “curse of 35”, where people struggle to get hired after hitting their mid-30s. Photo: Getty Images

China-US shipping dispute deepens, Pentagon defence report awaited: SCMP daily highlights

The Pentagon is preparing a National Defence Strategy that might point to a change in American tack. Photo: TNS

Chinese state media showcases the skills of Captain Xu Meiduo, who teaches soldiers how to use the abacus and other traditional mathematical techniques. Photo: CCTV 

The team had only a fragment of the original Luoshen Fu poem to work with. Photo: CCTV

China’s exports defy expectations, military mouthpiece’s PLA vow: SCMP daily highlights

A ship is seen at the container terminal of the port in Qingdao, in China’s eastern Shandong province on October 9. Photo: AFP

China has launched a drive to reduce its reliance on foreign technology, including software systems like Microsoft Office, amid rising geopolitical tensions. Photo: AP

In China’s military parade on September 3, weaponry paraded within formations did not originate from a single theatre command or service branch. Photo: Xinhua

Professor Eiichi Nakamura’s 50-year career has included numerous scientific awards and accolades. Photo: Handout

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From airlines in China opposing US plan for flights over Russian airspace to a strong yuan rate, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage


From airlines in China opposing US plan for flights over Russian airspace to a strong yuan rate, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.


Chinese airlines oppose US flight plan, Nets ditch China’s Zeng: SCMP daily highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From airlines in China opposing US plan for flights over Russian airspace to a strong yuan rate, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage

1. ‘This is China versus the world’: US calls allies over Beijing rare earth curbs

From airlines in China opposing US plan for flights over Russian airspace to a strong yuan rate, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage